Donna Dexter, Gisp
About Donna Dexter, Gisp
Donna Dexter is a GIS System Administrator at the City of Ocala, Florida, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in GIS data management, cartography, and database management, with a career spanning various roles in the field since 1998.
Work at Ocala
Donna Dexter has served as the GIS System Administrator for the City of Ocala since 2017. In this role, she manages the city's geographic information systems, ensuring effective data handling and visualization. Prior to her current position, she worked as a GIS Technician II at the City of Ocala for five months in 2016. Her experience in Ocala spans over seven years, contributing to various GIS projects and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Donna Dexter has a diverse educational background. She studied General Studies at Cass High School, earning her diploma from 1976 to 1980. She later pursued a GIS Certificate at Kennesaw State University and studied Computer Programming at Southern Polytechnic State University, both from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, she achieved a degree in Architectural Engineering Technology from Southern Technical Institute between 1980 and 1984. Her expertise includes managing ArcGIS Online (AGOL) platforms and strong skills in cartography.
Background in GIS
Donna Dexter has extensive experience in the GIS field, having worked in various capacities since 1998. She served as a GIS Coordinator for Bartow County Government from 1998 to 2005 and later held the position of GIS Coordinator and CAD Manager at Rrr and Associates Inc from 2008 to 2011. Her roles have included responsibilities such as database management and geographic data visualization, which are crucial for effective GIS operations.
Previous Employment History
Before her current role at the City of Ocala, Donna Dexter worked as a GIS Programmer Analyst at Marion County BOCC from 2013 to 2016 and as a GIS Technician Analyst for eight months in 2013. Her career also includes a period of unemployment from 2011 to 2013. These positions have provided her with a solid foundation in GIS technologies and applications.